Trip from Yakima, WA to Anacortes, WA

Drive Time

4h 15m

Distance

213.5 mi

344 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 2m ★

6 AM

4h 15m

8 AM

4h 42m

10 AM

4h 24m

12 PM

4h 22m

3 PM

4h 26m

5 PM

4h 40m

8 PM

4h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Anacortes, WA

Alok Sharma

Trip Overview

Traveling from Yakima to Anacortes covers 213.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 15 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single day, making it an efficient way to cross Washington. Expect to spend roughly $45 on fuel for the trip. You will primarily utilize I-82, US 97, and I-5 to navigate between these two Pacific Coast region points. While it is a straightforward trek, the shift from the inland environment of Yakima to the coastal atmosphere of Anacortes provides a noticeable change in scenery as you reach your destination.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

106.8 miles from Yakima, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Drive Character

This route is defined by its reliance on major thoroughfares, with approximately 95% of your time spent on highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 101.4 miles on US 97. The journey transitions from regional highways to the faster, high-traffic corridors of the I-5 system. While it lacks the stop-and-go nature of local backroads, the drive demands sustained focus as you merge between different highway systems. Expect a consistent, efficient pace that favors speed over winding, technical terrain.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.3 miles in near US 97.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 213.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 32.3 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 133.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

32.3 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 90 West

133.7 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett

133.9 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

142.5 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

152.8 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...

Towns Along This Route

Between Yakima, WA and Anacortes, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.

Everett

133.7 mi in | ~2h 31m

Bellevue

133.9 mi in | ~2h 31m

Vancouver British Columbia

152.8 mi in | ~2h 55m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 97	101.4 mi	1h 53m
I 5	43.4 mi	51m
I 82	30.3 mi	32m
I 405	18.4 mi	23m
State Route 20	7 mi	9m
Memorial Highway	4 mi	6m
State Route 20 Spur	2.6 mi	3m
South 1st Street	1.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 97 — 101.4 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Anacortes, WA.

Start on South 1st Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street

Continue on Selah Road

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Selah Road

Take the ramp

111 ft · 2 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto I 82; US 97

30 mi · 32 min · I 82; US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97

101 mi · 1 hr 53 min · US 97

Toward I 90 West Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 405

8.1 mi · 10 min · I 405

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

8.4 mi · 10 min · I 405

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 405

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 5

43 mi · 51 min · I 5

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Toward WA 536 West: Kincaid Street

Turn left onto WA 536

0.2 mi · 22 sec · East Kincaid Street

Turn right onto WA 536

0.3 mi · 27 sec · South 3rd Street

Continue on WA 536

0.8 mi · 2 min · West Division Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on WA 536

4.0 mi · 6 min · Memorial Highway

Take the ramp onto WA 536

0.3 mi · 29 sec · WA 536

Merge onto WA 20

7.0 mi · 9 min · State Route 20

Keep slight right at fork onto State Route 20 Spur

2.6 mi · 3 min · State Route 20 Spur

Toward Anacortes, San Juans Ferry

Turn right onto R Avenue

0.3 mi · 46 sec · R Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto R Avenue

90 ft · 5 sec · R Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto R Avenue

0.4 mi · 58 sec · R Avenue

Enter roundabout onto R Avenue

101 ft · 5 sec · R Avenue

Continue on R Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · R Avenue

Turn left onto 20th Street

0.1 mi · 25 sec · 20th Street

Turn right onto WA 20 SPUR

0.5 mi · 1 min · Commercial Avenue

Turn left onto WA 20 SPUR

11 ft · 0 sec · 12th Street

Arrive at destination

WA 20 SPUR

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4 hour and 15 minute drive, aim to leave early to avoid the heaviest congestion on I-5. Since the trip is manageable in a single day, you have the flexibility to plan around your preferred arrival time in Anacortes. I recommend scheduling at least one well-timed stop to break up the 213.5-mile journey and refresh before the final leg. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $45 estimate can fluctuate based on traffic flow and idling time. Given the high percentage of highway travel, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained speeds to keep your trip stress-free.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 106.8 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 2h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.8 miles or 2h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anacortes, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yakima, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Yakima, WA

This is one driving day of about 213.5 miles and 4h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yakima, WA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 97 for about 101.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 106.8 mi from Yakima, WA · 2h into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ames Lake, WA

107 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Ames Lake, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ames Lake, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 97 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.4 miles.

Arriving in Anacortes, WA

The final approach into Anacortes, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Anacortes, WA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.81 one way

$89.62 round trip

$5.33/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.57	$46.79	$93.59
premium	$5.77	$48.51	$97.02
diesel	$5.64	$47.43	$94.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	64.1	0	$22.42	$10.25
Efficient EV	53.4	0	$18.68	$8.54
EV Truck/SUV	85.4	1	$29.89	$13.66

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Yakima, WA

Evening in Yakima on Sunday

Local time

6:34 PM

PDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Anacortes, WA

Evening in Anacortes on Sunday

Local time

6:34 PM

PDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 15m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Yakima, WA to Anacortes, WA covers 213.5 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 97, I 5, I 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 106.8 miles from Yakima, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Yakima, WA and Anacortes, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.

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Trip from Yakima, WA to Anacortes, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Anacortes, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yakima, WA

Anacortes, WA

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 15m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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